Tabbouleh
Take a break from green leaf salads, and enjoy a bright, lively tabbouleh salad. This parsley-and-bulgur salad tastes great on its own, and it pairs well with foods from Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisines.
Israeli Malabi with Pomegranate Syrup
This is a very famous, easy-to-make sweet milk pudding from Israel. For this recipe, I learned from a friend, you...
Feta-Stuffed Kibbeh with Harissa
There are countless versions of this delicious dish throughout the Middle East. This is our adaptation. You can substitute ground...
What Is Za’atar?
Spice things up with za'atar, a popular Middle Eastern spice blend that brings vibrant flavors to home cooking, from dips...
What Is Sumac and How Do I Cook with It?
Prized for the sharp citrusy flavor it brings to dishes, sumac has been used around the world for thousands of...
Hummus
Once you learn how to make hummus from scratch, you'll never want to go back to store-bought dip!
Syrian Green Beans with Fresh Herbs
This how my mom always made green beans. She got the recipe from a neighbor when we lived in Turkey....
Slow-Cooker Chicken Tagine with Pumpkin
I first discovered tagines—Moroccan stews—when my oldest son was a baby, and I've loved them ever since. I used a...
Indian-Spiced Beefy Lettuce Wraps
Since I love the flavors of Indian food, I almost always have coconut milk, a jar of mango chutney and...
Cauliflower Tabbouleh
This cauliflower tabbouleh recipe is super easy and fast to make. I love that I can offer it to my...
Moroccan Lamb Lettuce Wraps
I am a huge fan of both Moroccan lamb and lettuce wraps. This combination—with the creamy dressing and crunchy cucumber—makes...
Suya
Spice up your party platters with beef suya, a beloved West African street food. These skewers of perfectly grilled thin...
Shakshuka Breakfast Pizza
I turned traditional shakshuka into a fun morning pizza. Its sweet, spicy and crunchy ingredients make it perfect for morning,...
Spicy Peruvian Potato Soup
This robust Peruvian soup (known there as locro de papa) has the comfort of potatoes and the warming spiciness of...
Pressure-Cooker Chickpea Tagine
While traveling through Morocco, my wife and I fell in love with the complex flavors of the many tagines we...
Pressure Cooker Chicken with Raisins and Capers
Capers, golden raisins and fresh basil give this dish a sweetly savory flavor. And what's even better than that? The...
Moroccan Chicken Tagine Pockets
I enjoy shredded chicken dishes, pita sandwiches and Moroccan seasonings. The addition of the carrot salad laced pomegranate seeds and...
Baklava Thumbprint Cookies
The topping on my sister-in-law's peach cobbler was so delicious that I asked for the recipe; then I decided to...
Moroccan Chickpea Stew
For a 30-minute-meal that's warm and vibrant, try this hearty Moroccan chickpea stew. It's packed with squash, veggies and warm...
Pear and Pomegranate Lamb Tagine
Pomegranate, pear and orange go together so well that I decided to use them to prepare a Middle Eastern-themed tagine...
Slow-Cooker Chickpea Tagine
While traveling through Morocco, my wife and I fell in love with the complex flavors of the many tagines we...
Slow-Simmered Chicken with Raisins, Capers and Basil
Capers, golden raisins and fresh basil give this dish a sweetly savory flavor. And what's better than that? The kids...
Moroccan Pizza
My family loves these tacos with Middle Eastern seasoning lots of vegetables. Ground turkey or beef may be substituted for...
Here’s Why You Should Add Moroccan Food to Your Menu ASAP
Curious about one of the fastest-growing food trends of the year? From the spices to stock up on to the...
Baklava with Honey Syrup
Baklava is a sweet, buttery Greek treat. The honey syrup drizzled on top gives this classic dessert a delicious twist....
Cranberry Couscous
Although it looks like a grain, couscous is actually a type of pasta. The couscous pellets cook very quickly due...
Quinoa Tabbouleh Salad
In our new cookbook “The Kitchen Decoded,” we include tabbouleh salad because it's super simple and filling. Try red quinoa...
Chickpea Mint Tabbouleh
You’ll love this salad warm or chilled. For variety, add feta cheese or use this as a filling for stuffed...